2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Freestar | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Freestar | Pilot |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |