2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 12 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 42 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | R |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |