2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 13 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1655 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Excursion | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |