2008 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 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 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1400 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 3215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 167 L |
