2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 316 kg more than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Freestar | XV Crosstrek |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
