2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1990 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1686 kg more than 1990 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1990 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestyle | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
