2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2010 BMW M3.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW M3. 2002 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Excursion | 2010 BMW M3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Excursion | M3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 63 L |