2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 7 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 BMW 135.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 135. 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Freestyle | 135 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
