2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 529 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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.
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2006 Ford Freestar | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Freestar | Rexton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |