2006 BMW 316 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 316 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1186 kg more than 2006 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 316 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 316 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 127 L |