2010 Jeep Liberty vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 3 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 30 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 128 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox, 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Jeep Liberty | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
Model | Liberty | Equinox |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1841 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4493 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1806 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2695 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 71 L |