2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jeep Liberty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (278 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Hardbody | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1849 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 74 L |
