2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 903 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 2012 BMW 740. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 740. (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Expedition | 740 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 82 L |
