2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2007 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1001 kg more than 2007 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Freestar (331 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 2007 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Five Hundred | Freestar |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |