2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2006 Skoda Roomster
To start off, both 2006 Ford Freestyle and 2006 Skoda Roomster 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 Ford Freestyle (204 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 540 kg more than 2006 Skoda Roomster. 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Roomster. (153 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Roomster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2006 Skoda Roomster | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Freestyle | Roomster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |