2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2009 SSC Aero
To start off, 2009 SSC Aero is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 872 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 647 kg more than 2009 SSC Aero.
Because 2009 SSC Aero 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 2009 SSC Aero. 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, 2009 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1021 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar. 2003 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2009 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2009 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Freestar | 2009 SSC Aero | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | Freestar | Aero |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1090 mm |