2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 862 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
Because 2008 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestar | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 132 L |
