2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 389 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.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Durango. 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Jeep | Dodge |
| Model | Liberty | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1819 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 93 L |
