2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 6 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, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 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 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Expedition | 335 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 57 L |
