2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 355 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 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestyle | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Freestyle | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |