2007 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GS. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 289 kg more than 2005 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GS. (302 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Liberty | 2005 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Liberty | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |
