2005 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 BMW 740.
Because 2005 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 BMW 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 740 | Freestar |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |