2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Freestar |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |