2009 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1950 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 7274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 3270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |