2006 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1426 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 167 L |