2009 BMW X6 vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 BMW X6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X6 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 132 L |
