2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 87 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, both vehicles can yield 325 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Freestar | Murano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3898 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |