2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2007 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 658 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2007 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Freestyle | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
