2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestar | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3200 mm |
