2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 475 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Freestyle 2012 Toyota Corolla
Make Ford Toyota
Model Freestyle Corolla
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 203 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4572 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1466 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2601 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 50 L


 

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