1994 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 950 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 127 L |