2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Blackhawk | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |