2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar.

Because 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 2007 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Freestar 2007 Toyota Tundra
Make Ford Toyota
Model Freestar Tundra
Year Released 2003 2007
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3801 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 190 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 336 Nm 424 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 3710 mm


 

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