2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Ford Escape
When we compare the 2005 Jeep Liberty's and the 2005 Ford Escape's specifications and ratings, the 2005 Jeep Liberty has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The 2005 Ford Escape has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2005 Jeep Liberty's and the 2005 Ford Escape's specifications and ratings, the 2005 Ford Escape is a better car than the 2005 Jeep Liberty.
2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Ford Escape Pricing
A used 2005 Jeep Liberty ranges from $3,420 to $8,999 while a used 2005 Ford Escape is priced between $2,992 to $8,994.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2005 Jeep Liberty’s base engine makes 150 horsepower, and the 2005 Ford Escape base engine makes 153 horsepower. The Liberty is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. The Escape is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles.This gives the 2005 Ford Escape the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2005 Jeep Liberty the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2005 Jeep Liberty has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2005 Ford Escape has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2005 Ford Escape has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3420 - 8999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2992 - 8994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.4967
Jeep Liberty Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Escape Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.271796 / 10
Reliability:
8.31539 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Jeep Liberty Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Escape Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 22Ranking
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8 out of / 22Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
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11 out of / 66Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
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15 out of / 56Ranking
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16 out of / 19Ranking
18 out of / 66Ranking
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20 out of / 56Ranking
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53 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
2005 Jeep Liberty Trim Levels
Limited, Renegade, Rocky Mountain, Sport
2005 Ford Escape Trim Levels
Limited, XLS, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
7 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
150 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
165 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
153 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
152 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 27 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
42.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
29 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
69 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
132.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
29.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
128.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3648 lbs
Width:
71.6 inches
Height:
71.9 inches
Length:
174.4 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3180 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
69.7 inches
Length:
174.9 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/75R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/75R15