2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1986 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1986 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | G |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
