2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 100 L |
