2007 BMW 650 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 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, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
Because 2007 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |