2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2003 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Liberty. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2003 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2003 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2003 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Acadia | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
