2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 454 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Freestyle | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 129 L |
