2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Freestar | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Freestar | Frontier |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3200 mm |