2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 and 2006 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |