2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 838 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Freestar | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 42 L |
