2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle.

Because 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Freestyle 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model Freestyle Camaro
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Crossover Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 203 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 282 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4600 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 12.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 72 L


 

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