2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 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 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 66 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestyle | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
