2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Five Hundred | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2930 mm |
