2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 497 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestar | Murano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 82 L |
