2008 BMW X6 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 BMW X6 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 372 kg more than 2008 BMW X6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X6 (827 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (475 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X6 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X6 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
