2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 172 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestar | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 83 L |
