2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 55 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 2010 BMW M6 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 2010 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2010 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Freestar | M6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
