2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2004 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu YRV 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 Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2004 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Freestar | YRV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 36 L |
