2001 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 131 kg more than 2001 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
