2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 2,801 cc, 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Liberty | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Liberty | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2457 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |