2008 BMW 760 vs. 2008 Ford Expedition

To start off, both 2008 BMW 760 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 998 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 760. 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 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Expedition.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 760 2008 Ford Expedition
Make BMW Ford
Model 760 Expedition
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 440 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2105 kg 1107 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 12.4 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 106 L


 

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