2009 BMW 130 vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 130 | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 130 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |