So, I tried the demo...

[Phoenix-D]

1) In terms of scope, is the game much smaller than X2 or Freelancer? Is the universe and the freedom at the same level? more, less?

The universe is 96 systems big, haven't played the others so that's all I can tell you.

2. Identical.

3) Dunno. Try switching on Safe Mode in the graphics options.

4. Three linear campaigns. You can do other random missions but no plot to them.

5) No free movement, though there is a target-tracking camera (F8 IIRC).

6) Sometimes, yes.

7) The full Version is the same except the current patch adds a waypoint feature.

8) Not currently.

9) no. I'm working on modding this in though.

10) As far as I know, no.

Some of the features you want can be added by modding, like the one I'm working on.