2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 6 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 238 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestyle | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Freestyle | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |