2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra

To start off, both 2004 Ford Freestar and 2004 Vauxhall Vectra 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 82 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 469 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 2004 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra 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 Vauxhall Vectra
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model Freestar Vectra
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 167 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1939 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1510 mm


 

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