2004 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 59 L |
