2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 456 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |