2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Lexus SC 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Lexus SC.
Because 2008 Lexus SC 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 Lexus SC. 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 Lexus SC (430 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2008 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Freestar | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
