1992 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 560 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
