2007 Ford Freestyle vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Freestyle. 2007 Ford Freestyle has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Freestyle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Freestyle | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Freestyle | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
