2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 865 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Expedition | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Expedition | 328 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |