2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Freestar | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
