2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Maybach 62
To start off, 2005 Maybach 62 is newer by 5 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Maybach 62.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Maybach 62. 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, 2005 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 2005 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Excursion | 62 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 110 L |
