1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 465 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Bigua | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
