2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 232 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (344 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | ML |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7274 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2780 mm |
