2007 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 366 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
