2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Freestyle (281 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestyle | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 56 L |
