2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 137 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestyle | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
