2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 505 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.
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 X6 (609 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X6 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 X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Freestyle | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
