2007 Ford Freestyle vs. 2005 BMW 545
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestyle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2005 BMW 545 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 2005 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle, 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Freestyle | 2005 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Freestyle | 545 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
