2006 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Freestar weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 BMW X5.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2007 Ford Freestar (331 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2007 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 98 L |
