2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 3 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 2009 BMW 530. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Freestar | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |