2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 12 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 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2012 BMW M3.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW M3. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW M3. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2012 BMW M3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Excursion | M3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2761 mm |