2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 644 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestar | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2210 mm |
