2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 224 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
Because 2010 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Lexus IS (502 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Freestar | IS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 416 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 502 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |