2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 680 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestyle | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3300 mm |
