2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 597 kg more than 2012 BMW 730. 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 730. 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (475 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Expedition | 730 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 540 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 82 L |