2004 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 325 2005 Ford Expedition
Make BMW Ford
Model 325 Expedition
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2490 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 184 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 6150 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 495 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 106 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.9:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1298 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 106 L


 

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