2003 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 456 kg more than 2003 BMW X5.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 127 L |