2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
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 Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 649 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle. 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (344 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestyle | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
