2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 517 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Liberty | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
Model | Liberty | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |