2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 750 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestar | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2610 mm |
