2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 711 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
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, both vehicles can yield 325 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestar | Quest |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
