2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator 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 1 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Freestyle | Senator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
