2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 641 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
