2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 366 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 2013 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestar | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Freestar | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |