2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | 500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3050 mm |
