2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 1959 Renault Fregate 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 1959 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle, 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 Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Freestyle | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
