2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 839 kg more than 2011 BMW M3.
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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW M3. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW M3. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Expedition | M3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 63 L |
