2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2004 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Samsung SM3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Samsung SM3 would be higher. At 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM3. 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM3. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2004 Samsung SM3 has manual transmission. 2004 Samsung SM3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2004 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Ford | Samsung |
| Model | Freestar | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2540 mm |
