2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 373 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |