2001 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |
