2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 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 B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2011 Alpina B7.
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 B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 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 B7 | |
Make | Ford | Alpina |
Model | Excursion | B7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 82 L |