2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic 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 36 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
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 Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Freestyle | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
