2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 126 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 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 (325 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Freestar | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
