2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2002 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 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. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 759 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 2004 Ford Expedition. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2002 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Expedition | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
