2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey.
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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Journey | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Journey | Freestar |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 98 L |