2008 BMW 130 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1641 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 130. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 3016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 167 L |
