2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 6 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 284 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (325 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (318 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Freestar | Impala |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
