2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 386 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
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 (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Freestyle | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |