2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 605 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 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Freestar | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |