2010 Jeep Liberty vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 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, 2012 Chrysler 200 (280 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 27 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 200.
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 Chrysler 200, 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 Chrysler 200 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Jeep Liberty | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
Make | Jeep | Chrysler |
Model | Liberty | 200 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1841 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4493 mm | 4948 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1806 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2695 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |