2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2005 Ford Puma
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Puma would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 820 kg more than 2005 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Puma. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Puma. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2005 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestar | Puma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
