2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Convertible | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
