2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora.
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, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Freestar | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
