2007 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Saturn L

To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn L 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) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 481 kg more than 2005 Saturn L. 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 Saturn L. 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) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (258 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jeep Liberty 2005 Saturn L
Make Jeep Saturn
Model Liberty L
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 V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 182 HP
Torque 319 Nm 258 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1949 kg 1468 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 59 L


 

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