2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestar | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3030 mm |
