2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1296 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | SL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |
