2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2004 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet HHR | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | HHR | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 132 L |
