2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 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 43 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Rover 75. 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Freestar | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
