2008 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 737 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.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 106 L |
