2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 379 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 120 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 120. 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 (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Freestar | 120 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
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 | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1750 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 | 1560 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 | 10.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |