1996 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 525 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:
1996 BMW 525 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 106 L |