2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 752 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Fiesta | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 994 kg | 1746 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 74 L |
