2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Pacifica and 2006 Ford Freestar were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Pacifica | Freestar |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 59 L |