2002 Ford Excursion vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 440 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | 600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3910 mm |
