2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestyle | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
