2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (188 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1741 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | 300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2940 mm |