2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Previa 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 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 176 kg more than 1997 Toyota Previa. 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 Freestyle (271 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestyle | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
