2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Ford Freestar were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 31 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Freestar |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |