2003 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. Both 2003 BMW X5 and 2006 Ford Freestyle are equipped with a 2,983 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 676 kg more than 2003 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 72 L |