2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 732 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestar | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3030 mm |
