2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 81 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
| Model | Liberty | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 71 L |
