2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 642 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2003 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3070 mm |
