2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 18 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.
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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Freestyle | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
