1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 880 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2870 mm |
