2005 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2005 BMW 520 and 2005 Ford Excursion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1655 kg more than 2005 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 520 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 520 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 3215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |
