2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 7 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 421 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Freestar | Cube |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |