2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2009 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 735 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Freestyle 2009 Honda Pilot
Make Ford Honda
Model Freestyle Pilot
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 203 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 282 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 79 L


 

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