2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Liberty | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
