1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 179 kg more than 2007 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestar. (331 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
