2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Saturn Vue (329 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestyle | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Freestyle | Vue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 329 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |