2009 BMW 135 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1331 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2009 BMW 135 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 2009 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 135 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
