2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 9 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 22 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 889 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Expedition | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |