2007 Jeep Liberty vs. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback Sport 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 37 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 443 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Liberty | 2006 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Liberty | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |