2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Liberty 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 87 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 853 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 2008 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Liberty | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| 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 | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
