2004 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, both 2004 BMW M6 and 2004 Ford Freestar were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (191 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 BMW M6.
Because 2004 BMW M6 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 2004 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar. 2004 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M6 | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
