2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1506 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |
