2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 711 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 X3. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X3 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 106 L |