2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1595 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alpina B3. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Ford | Alpina |
Model | Excursion | B3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 63 L |