2003 Ford Freestar vs. 1990 Honda Legend

To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 520 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend. 2003 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Freestar 1990 Honda Legend
Make Ford Honda
Model Freestar Legend
Year Released 2003 1990
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3801 cc 2675 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 190 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 336 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2720 mm


 

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