1994 BMW 730 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1994 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 3240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 167 L |
