2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 5 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 3,899 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
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, both vehicles can yield 325 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Impala | Freestar |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 3802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |