2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 8 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1122 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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 2012 BMW 120. 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 (475 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Expedition | 120 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 51 L |