1996 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1996 Ford Windstar
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Beretta and 1996 Ford Windstar were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Windstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Windstar (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Windstar should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Windstar weights approximately 405 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1996 Chevrolet Beretta | 1996 Ford Windstar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Beretta | Windstar |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |