2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (214 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 452 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (351 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Liberty | 944 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
