2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 6 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. 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 (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Freestar | 116 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |