2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 4 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 193 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC. 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 (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Freestar | CC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
