2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, both 2004 Ford Freestar and 2004 Seat Toledo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Seat Toledo. 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 (325 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo. 2004 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Toledo 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 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Freestar | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
