2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (204 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Freestyle | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |