2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. 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 46 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 588 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2007 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Expedition | 530 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |