2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Desert Excursion would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 791 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Desert Excursion | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2089 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2968 mm |
