1998 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 444 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Mustang | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Mustang | Liberty |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |