2008 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 3 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 117 kg more than 2008 BMW 750.
Because 2008 BMW 750 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 2008 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 750 | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
