2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 5 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 728 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. 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 2013 Mazda 3. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Liberty | 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
