2002 Jeep Liberty vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Liberty would be higher. Both 2002 Jeep Liberty and 2012 Ford F-150 are equipped with a 3,700 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 591 kg more than 2002 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Liberty | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Liberty | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3670 mm |
