2003 Ford Freestar vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Freestar | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Freestar | F-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3050 mm |