2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (204 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 18 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Freestyle 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model Freestyle Camaro
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Crossover Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 204 HP 304 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1697 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 72 L


 

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