2003 Jeep Liberty vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2003 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Liberty. 2013 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2003 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2003 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jeep Liberty | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Liberty | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3683 mm |
