2007 Ford Freestyle vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestyle is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestyle (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Freestyle | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestyle | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
