2001 BMW 735 vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 735 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1275 kg more than 2001 BMW 735.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 735 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 167 L |
