2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 898 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Liberty | 1995 Saturn SC | |
Make | Jeep | Saturn |
Model | Liberty | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |