2009 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX.
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, 2009 Acura RDX (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty. 2009 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2005 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2005 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | RDX | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
