1992 BMW 518 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 518 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1992 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 48 kg more than 1992 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 518. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 518. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 518 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 518 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 518 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 518 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
