2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 925 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestyle | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Freestyle | 205 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 110 L |
