2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 834 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Freestar |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |