1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,086 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3070 mm |
