2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Ram | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 74 L |
