1999 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 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 17 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 737 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 740 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:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
