2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1999 Seat Formula

To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Formula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Formula would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.

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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Formula. (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Formula. 2008 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Formula has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Formula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Liberty 1999 Seat Formula
Make Jeep Seat
Model Liberty Formula
Year Released 2008 1999
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3701 cc 1982 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1978 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1160 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 55 L


 

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