2009 BMW X6 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 X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X6 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 502 kg more than 2009 BMW X6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X6 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 106 L |
