2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 36 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 77 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Nitro | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 78 L |
