2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 373 kg more than 2004 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Flex (336 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Liberty | Flex |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
