2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 942 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Freestar |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |