2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 452 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Five Hundred | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
