2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 758 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 72 L |
