2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2012 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2012 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Explorer weights approximately 351 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 2012 Ford Explorer. 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, 2012 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2012 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Freestyle | Explorer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |