1999 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Expedition | X6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |
