2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1462 kg more than 2010 BMW M5.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW M5. (519 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW M5. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2010 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Excursion | M5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |
