2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2005 Lincoln Aviator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Aviator 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (202 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 251 kg more than 2004 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2005 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Freestar | Aviator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
