2000 Ford Equator vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 2,801 cc, 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2006 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2006 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Equator | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2650 mm |
