2008 BMW 135 vs. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Desert Excursion would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
Because 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert 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 Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 135. (407 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 135 | Desert Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
