2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1761 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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 525. 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 (576 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |