2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 3 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 542 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Expedition | 525 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2495 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 |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1750 kg |
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 | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |