2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Liberty | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Jeep | Acura |
| Model | Liberty | TL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
