2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 911 kg more than 2012 Alpina B7.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alpina B7. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Ford | Alpina |
| Model | Excursion | B7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 82 L |
