2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 692 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Cherokee | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2526 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 74 L |
