2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, both 2004 Ford Freestar and 2004 Ginetta G34 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 15 more horse power than 2004 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2004 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1129 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ginetta G34 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ginetta G34. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ginetta G34. 2004 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2004 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2004 Ginetta G34 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 | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | Ford | Ginetta |
Model | Freestar | G34 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1050 mm |