2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 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 9 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 567 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Desert Excursion | CL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1865 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
