2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 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 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1134 kg more than 2010 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (759 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (576 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Excursion | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 85 L |
