2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 415 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestyle | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Freestyle | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2380 mm |
