2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 325 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.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Expedition | 325 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 63 L |