2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 69 kg more than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Freestar | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 82 L |