2009 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1471 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 120 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 106 L |
