2001 BMW 745 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1316 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 167 L |
