2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 178 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
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 (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestyle | Altima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
