2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 757 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban 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, 1973 GMC 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 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestar | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3300 mm |
