2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 6 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 20 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 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Freestyle | M3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
