2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 672 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 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestyle | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Freestyle | Ram |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |