2012 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 525 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 89 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 525. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 525 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |