2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 149 kg more than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. 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 (357 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2003 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestar | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
