2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (225 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Transit Connect | Liberty |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |