2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1988 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Century weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 1988 Toyota Century 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 1988 Toyota Century. 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, 1988 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1988 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestyle | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2870 mm |
