2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,801 cc, 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V. 2005 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2006 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2006 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Liberty | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Jeep | Honda |
Model | Liberty | CR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 58 L |