2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (151 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1896 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (576 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 62 L |
