2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1993 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 320 kg more than 1993 Subaru SVX.
Because 1993 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX 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 Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1993 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Freestar | SVX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
