2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 8 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 116 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestar | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 71 L |
