2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux. 2004 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestar | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
