2007 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 1 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 86 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 525 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:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
