2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 896 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Grand Caravan | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |