2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1386 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (560 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Excursion | X3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6799 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 67 L |
