2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 398 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
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 (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 2004 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestar | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |
