2008 BMW 318 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 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 318 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 158 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1257 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 318 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 148 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |