2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 483 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z 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, 2001 Honda Z 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Freestar | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |
