2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 344 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestyle | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestyle | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
