2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1236 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |