2004 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1675 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 7274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 3270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3490 mm |
