2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion 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 91 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1480 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. 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 2008 BMW 530. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Excursion | 530 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |