2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 841 kg more than 2010 BMW X5.
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 (576 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (474 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Excursion | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 85 L |
