2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 441 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Freestar | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |
