2006 BMW 645 vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 129 kg more than 2006 BMW 645.
Because 2006 BMW 645 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 645 (450 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 645 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
