2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2004 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Holden Frontera.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera. 2003 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2004 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Freestar | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
