2007 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 411 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Liberty. 2012 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |
