2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo

To start off, both 2004 Ford Freestyle and 2004 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 88 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 475 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle 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, 2004 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Freestyle 2004 Ford Mondeo
Make Ford Ford
Model Freestyle Mondeo
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2982 cc 1753 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 203 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1865 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2760 mm