2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 507 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Desert Excursion | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1805 kg |
