2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 210 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Liberty | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 2021 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 85 L |
