2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 10 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Liberty | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Jeep | Cadillac |
Model | Liberty | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
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 | 211 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 372 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |