2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1997 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille 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 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1079 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1997 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1997 Innocenti Mille will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1997 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Freestar | Mille |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2370 mm |
