2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 611 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 2011 Ford F-150. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestyle | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
