2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2012 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 7 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, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 327 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2012 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Freestar | Impala |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
