2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 104 kg more than 2004 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Freestar | Commander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
