2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 BMW 645
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 645 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 961 kg more than 2005 BMW 645.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 645. 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 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 645. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2005 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Expedition | 645 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
