2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 BMW 630
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2006 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Expedition | 630 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
