2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle

To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Ford Freestyle were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 330 2006 Ford Freestyle
Make BMW Ford
Model 330 Freestyle
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 201 HP 203 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1780 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 72 L


 

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