2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 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 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1894 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW Z4. 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 (759 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Excursion | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| 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 | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 55 L |
