2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, both 2004 Ford Expedition and 2004 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (174 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 832 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Expedition | 320 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 211 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 63 L |