2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 444 kg more than 2011 BMW 123.
Because 2011 BMW 123 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 123. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Freestar | 123 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |