2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 (204 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 8 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 (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Freestyle | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |