2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 5 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 50 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 118 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 2011 BMW 118. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Freestar | 118 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |