2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 5 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 44 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Expedition | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 67 L |