2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 425 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 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
