2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 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 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1036 kg more than 2013 BMW M5.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 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 M5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Freestyle | M5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2889 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |