2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 186 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Freestar | Rexton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |