2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 10 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1169 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | ML |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 2101 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2913 mm |