2006 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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 BMW 530 (298 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (271 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |