2008 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (303 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 2007 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1945 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 106 L |
