2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 BMW 323
To start off, 2010 BMW 323 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 323.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 323. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 323. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Excursion | 2010 BMW 323 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Excursion | 323 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |