2009 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2013 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 990 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 550 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5400 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |