2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 182 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (271 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Freestyle | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
