2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 306 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 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (349 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freestar | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
