2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1996 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Century weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Because 1996 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestyle | 1996 Toyota Century | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Freestyle | Century |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |