2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW Z4. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
