2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 6 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, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 BMW 335.
Because 2011 BMW 335 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 2011 BMW 335. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 335 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 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Freestar | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
