2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
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 Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo 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 122 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 999 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo. 2004 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Echo 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestar | Echo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.4 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2380 mm |
