2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 7 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 76 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 610 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
| Model | Liberty | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 46 L |
