2005 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 1 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1447 kg more than 2005 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (759 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X3. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 3282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 167 L |
