2006 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 647 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (410 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 106 L |
