2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 309 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 Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Traverse (361 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Freestar | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
