2006 Ford S-Max vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford S-Max (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Ford S-Max.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford S-Max. 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, 2006 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford S-Max | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | S-Max | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
