2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 9 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | CLK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 62 L |