2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar 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 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 786 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Freestar | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
