2008 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 602 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. 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, 2008 BMW X3 (480 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 106 L |
