2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Xedos 9 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 49 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 393 kg more than 2005 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Jeep | Xedos |
| Model | Liberty | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
