2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 567 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestyle | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
