2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2006 Ford Freestar and 2006 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 674 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Freestar | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |