2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion

To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 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 40 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 819 kg more than 2005 BMW X5. 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW X5 2005 Ford Excursion
Make BMW Ford
Model X5 Excursion
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 475 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 106 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 2989 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5760 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1970 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 167 L


 

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