1992 BMW 540 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1611 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 540 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 167 L |