2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 716 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. 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 Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina. 2004 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestar | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2590 mm |
