2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 6 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 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 650 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. 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 (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Freestar | Logan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
