2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar 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 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 509 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Freestar | CR-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 192 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |