2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (220 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 168 kg more than 2004 Lexus GS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Liberty | 2004 Lexus GS | |
Make | Jeep | Lexus |
Model | Liberty | GS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |