2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2012 BMW 535.
Because 2003 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, 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Excursion | 535 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |