2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1996 Lexus LX
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 399 kg more than 2008 Jeep Liberty. 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, 1996 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Liberty. 1996 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 1996 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Liberty | LX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |
