2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 453 kg more than 2003 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa. 2003 Toyota Previa 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. 2003 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jeep Liberty | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Liberty | Previa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |