2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (211 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2003 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestyle | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
