2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 472 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 2008 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mondeo | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 74 L |
