2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 443 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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 Ranger. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Ranger | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1655 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
