2008 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1640 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3. 2002 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 167 L |
