1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,964 cc, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 760 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Festiva 2006 Jeep Wrangler
Make Ford Jeep
Model Festiva Wrangler
Year Released 1992 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1323 cc 2964 cc
Horse Power 59 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 98.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 86.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2380 mm


 

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