2003 Ford Freestar vs. 1992 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 GMC Typhoon.
Because 1992 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 1992 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestar | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2560 mm |
