2005 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (269 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 875 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 BMW 530 (571 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
