2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
