2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 338 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Freestar | Colorado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |