2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Liberty. 2007 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mondeo | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |
