1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 480 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (271 Nm). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
