2004 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 310 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 532 kg more than 2004 BMW 745.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (451 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 106 L |
