1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 28 kg more than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Explorer | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| 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 | 160 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1872 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 |
