1990 Ford Orion 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 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 845 kg more than 1990 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Orion. 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Orion | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
