2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1890 kg more than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 has manual transmission. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 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:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7274 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
