2007 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 2 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 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1555 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 550 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 5405 cc |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |