2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 895 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
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 @ 1600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | G |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 456 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 2375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |