2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2006 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Expedition | 523 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
