2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2006 Holden Caprice
To start off, both 2006 Ford Freestyle and 2006 Holden Caprice were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2006 Holden Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Holden Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm). This means 2006 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2006 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Freestyle | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
