2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 739 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 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 (325 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 2004 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Avensis 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 | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Freestar | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 147 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |