2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 203 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestar | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |
