1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 508 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Fleetwood | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2870 mm |
