2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Alpina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Alpina would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 190 more horse power than 2012 Ford Expedition. (310 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 542 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Alpina | Expedition |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 310 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 106 L |