2009 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Matiz 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 993 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Matiz | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Matiz | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 78 L |
