2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 5 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 464 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Liberty | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
