2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2003 Ford Windstar
To start off, both 2003 Donkervoort D8 and 2003 Ford Windstar were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Windstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Windstar (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Windstar should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2003 Donkervoort D8 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 2003 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Windstar, 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.
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2003 Donkervoort D8 | 2003 Ford Windstar | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
Model | D8 | Windstar |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5103 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3066 mm |