2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
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 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 135 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Five Hundred | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2930 mm |
