2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Ram 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 Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |