2008 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 464 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5400 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 127 L |