2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 140 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 2009 Dodge Journey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey 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 Dodge Journey (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Journey | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
