2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 447 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1990 Chevrolet Beretta | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Five Hundred | Beretta |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1287 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |