2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 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 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 43 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 708 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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 2012 Fiat 500. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 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. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Jeep | Fiat |
| Model | Liberty | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
