2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 821 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 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota 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 (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Freestar | Dakota |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |