2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 (357 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestar | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
