2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion 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) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | Viano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 75 L |
