1998 BMW 729 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 729. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 729 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 119 more horse power than 1998 BMW 729. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 729. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 729 weights approximately 622 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 729. (410 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 729.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 729 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 729 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
