2010 Jeep Liberty vs. 2004 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 698 kg more than 2004 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Lynx, 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Jeep Liberty | 2004 Ford Lynx | |
Make | Jeep | Ford |
Model | Liberty | Lynx |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1808 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4493 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2695 mm | 2620 mm |