2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 787 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 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Freestar | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1962 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 119 L |