2010 Jeep Liberty vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 49 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Liberty. 2010 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
| Model | Liberty | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4493 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1806 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2695 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
