2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 2 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 (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1087 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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 (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2004 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Element 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 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Freestar | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
