2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 (357 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Freestar | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
