2006 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 7274 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3490 mm |