2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 511 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Focus | Liberty |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 178 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |