1994 BMW 854 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1994 BMW 854.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 854. 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 854 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 3216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3490 mm |
