2003 Ford Freestar vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra 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 51 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 640 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Freestar | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2650 mm |
