2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 263 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 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Freestar | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
