2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 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 567 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Explorer | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 78 L |
