1999 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. 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 1999 BMW 330. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 167 L |
