2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 510 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Freestar | 626 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |