2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
