2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Because 2011 Ford Ranger 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 2011 Ford Ranger. 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger. 2004 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ranger 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.
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2004 Ford Freestar | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Freestar | Ranger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |