2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1191 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Freestyle | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |