2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 10 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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 685 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. 2003 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2013 Hyundai Veloster has manual transmission. 2013 Hyundai Veloster 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 | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Freestar | Veloster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1805 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1399 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2650 mm |