2008 BMW 535 vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1795 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 535. (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 535 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 535 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |