2005 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 29 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |