2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Lexus RX is newer by 3 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus RX (273 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 37 kg more than 2009 Lexus RX.
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, 2009 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Liberty | 2009 Lexus RX | |
Make | Jeep | Lexus |
Model | Liberty | RX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |