2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2002 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 284 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (224 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2002 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Wrangler | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
