2010 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 BMW 330
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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 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 56 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Expedition | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Expedition | 330 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 63 L |
