2010 Jeep Liberty vs. 2008 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dacia Sandero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dacia Sandero would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 697 kg more than 2008 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Sandero, 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Sandero. 2010 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2008 Dacia Sandero has manual transmission. 2008 Dacia Sandero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jeep Liberty | 2008 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Jeep | Dacia |
| Model | Liberty | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1808 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2695 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
