2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 539 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
Because 1994 Porsche 968 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 1994 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Freestar | 968 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |
