2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 640 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 100 L |