2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Excursion. (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | SL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 2045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2570 mm |