2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 925 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Freestyle | 100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
