2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestar | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2320 mm |
