2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 8 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, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 970 kg more than 2012 BMW 550.
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 550 (609 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Excursion | 550 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 609 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |