1996 BMW 840 vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1996 BMW 840. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 840 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 3370 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 |