2007 BMW 650 vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 1 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 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 650 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 2007 BMW 650. 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 650 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
