2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 380 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.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle will offer significantly more control. 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 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Freestyle | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |