2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 11 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (182 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1805 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | SLK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |