2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2006 Ford Freestyle and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (204 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Freestyle | SLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |