2006 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 608 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 106 L |