2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 10 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, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2012 BMW 535.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Excursion | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Excursion | 535 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |