2005 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 866 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |