2005 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, both 2005 BMW X3 and 2005 Ford Freestyle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2005 BMW X3 and 2005 Ford Freestyle are equipped with a 2,983 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 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, 2005 BMW X3 (300 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X3 | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X3 | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |