2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 7 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, 2012 BMW 640 (318 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 527 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 640. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 640. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 640.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Expedition | 640 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
