2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Freestar | F-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3490 mm |