2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 778 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Accent 2005 Jeep Liberty
Make Hyundai Jeep
Model Accent Liberty
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 3687 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 319 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1058 kg 1836 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 78 L


 

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