2004 BMW 535 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 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, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2004 BMW 535.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 535. (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 535 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 535 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 7274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 3270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3490 mm |