2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 943 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. 2004 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1998 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1998 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Freestar | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Freestar | Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2490 mm |