2006 BMW 630 vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 BMW 630.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 630. 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 630 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
