2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2004 Lexus IS
To start off, 2004 Lexus IS 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, 2003 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 540 kg more than 2004 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lexus IS 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 2004 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar, 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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2004 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Freestar | IS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
