2007 BMW 323 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 7 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1716 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 323. 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 (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6801 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 3240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 167 L |
