2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Desert Excursion would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. (242 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 437 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
Because 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert 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 Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Desert Excursion | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1735 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3090 mm |
