2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
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 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Liberty | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Liberty | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 73 L |