2005 Fiat Marea Weekend 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 Fiat Marea Weekend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend 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 99 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. 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 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Marea Weekend 2006 Ford Freestyle
Make Fiat Ford
Model Marea Weekend Freestyle
Year Released 2005 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1585 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 104 HP 203 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2870 mm


 

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