2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 301 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Freestar | BLS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
