2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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 2009 Ford F-150. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Freestar | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |