2008 BMW 540 vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2008 BMW 540 and 2008 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 540 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 540 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5408 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
