2004 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 1 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 596 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
