2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 BMW 630.
Because 2005 BMW 630 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 2005 BMW 630. 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 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Freestar | 630 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
