2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 2008 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Amanti would be higher. Both 2009 Jeep Liberty and 2008 Kia Amanti are equipped with a 3,778 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
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, 2008 Kia Amanti, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Liberty | 2008 Kia Amanti | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Liberty | Amanti |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |