2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 981 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Liberty | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Liberty | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 42 L |