2008 BMW 118 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1392 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 118 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
