2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 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 175 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (136 HP @ 2600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (360 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Desert Excursion 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Desert Excursion E
Year Released 2000 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6800 cc 2143 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 311 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 2600 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 360 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1735 kg