2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 827 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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 BMW 330 (400 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Expedition | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 63 L |
