2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 695 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Freestar | Escape |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 262 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |