2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2002 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2002 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-150 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
