2007 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 749 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Ka | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 78 L |
