2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1999 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 878 kg more than 1999 Suzuki X90. 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki X90. 2008 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki X90 has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki X90 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 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Liberty | X90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
