2004 BMW 730 vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 BMW 730 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 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 31 more horse power than 2004 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 700 kg more than 2004 BMW 730. 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 730. 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 730 | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 730 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |