2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
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, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestyle | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
