2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 113 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestar | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Freestar | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 87 L |