2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 655 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 GMC Sierra (413 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Jeep | GMC |
| Model | Liberty | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 98 L |
