2008 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 3 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 656 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Focus (321 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
