2008 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1476 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |