2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 9 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 745 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 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
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2004 Ford Freestar | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Freestar | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 498 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 93 L |