2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rondo. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 425 kg more than 2011 Kia Rondo. 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Freestar | Rondo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |