2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2065 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Excursion.
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2002 Ford Excursion | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |