2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2012 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 730. 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 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 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 730 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Excursion | 730 |
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 | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 82 L |