1995 BMW 840 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 840 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 24 more horse power than 1995 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1995 BMW 840. 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 1995 BMW 840. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 840 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 840 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 3240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 167 L |