2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 5 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 3. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Liberty | 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
