2006 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2006 BMW M3 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 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 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.
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2006 BMW M3 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |