2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 1655 kg more than 2010 Alpina B3.
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, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Ford | Alpina |
Model | Excursion | B3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2730 mm |