2007 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2007 BMW X5.
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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 167 L |