2006 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 923 kg more than 2004 Ford Freestar.
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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
