2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2008 Jeep Liberty and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 292 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.

Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Liberty. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Liberty 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Jeep Mercedes-Benz
Model Liberty C
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1978 kg 1686 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 62 L


 

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