2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 551 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Captiva | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
