2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 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 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 5 Series. 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 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Expedition | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
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 | 301 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |