1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Explorer | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
