2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 6 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, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1405 kg more than 2011 Alpina B5.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alpina B5. 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, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Ford | Alpina |
Model | Excursion | B5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |