2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1202 kg more than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle will offer significantly more control. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestyle | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
