2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Platina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Platina 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 51 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Platina. 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Liberty | Platina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
