2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, both 2006 Ford Freestyle and 2006 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (204 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. 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 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Freestyle | Cayman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |