2006 BMW 645 vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1374 kg more than 2006 BMW 645.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 645. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 645 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 645 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 645 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |
