2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 90 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 783 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Nissan Cube, 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube. 2009 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Cube has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Cube will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jeep Liberty | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Liberty | Cube |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |