2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 324 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. 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 (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Freestar | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |