2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 138 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Freestar | Equinox |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1717 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 71 L |