2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, both 2004 Ford Fiesta and 2004 Jeep Liberty were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (211 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 759 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Fiesta | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
