2003 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1324 kg more than 2003 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (500 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 167 L |
