2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 122 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.
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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Freestar | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Freestar | Sienna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3030 mm |