1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z9. 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 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z9. (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 7274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3490 mm |
