2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 740 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Freestar | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
