2007 Ford Territory vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 1 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Territory. 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2006 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2006 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Territory | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2801 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |
