2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1011 kg more than 2012 BMW X5. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Excursion | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 85 L |
