2004 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 960 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 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
