2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1885 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 90 L |