2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2005 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2005 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Liberty | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Liberty | Frontier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |