2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 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 99 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1449 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestyle | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
