2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestar | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
