2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 248 kg more than 2004 Ford Freestyle. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestyle | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Freestyle | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |