2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 96 kg more than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
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 (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Freestar | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1843 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |