2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2002 Infiniti I35
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I35 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I35 (255 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I35.
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, 2002 Infiniti I35 (335 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2002 Infiniti I35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2002 Infiniti I35 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Freestar | I35 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
