2008 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 2 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 359 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. 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 2008 BMW 120. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 120 2006 Ford Expedition
Make BMW Ford
Model 120 Expedition
Year Released 2008 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 106 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 106 L