2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 610 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Freestar | Frontier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 381 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |