2006 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2013 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 897 kg more than 2006 BMW M5.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Expedition. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
