2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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 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 52 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 64 kg more than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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 Kyron 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Freestar | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
