1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2004 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 980 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 2004 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Duna | Freestyle |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |