2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 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 22 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Compass 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 | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Freestar | Compass |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |