2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport and 2004 Ford Freestar were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 189 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Trans Sport | Freestar |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 357 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3200 mm |