2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1281 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Freestyle | i40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
