2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1988 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 439 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus.
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, 2005 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1988 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestar | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
