2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 609 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestar | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Freestar | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |