2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2006 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Azera is newer by 3 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, 2006 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Azera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2006 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Freestar | Azera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2790 mm |
