2004 Ford Lynx 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 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 606 kg more than 2004 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Lynx | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Lynx | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
