2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Freestar | 320 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
