2007 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 997 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW M3 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |