2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (494 HP) has 284 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 563 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Liberty | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 494 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |
