2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 555 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (300 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Be Bop has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Freestar | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
