2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
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 F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3020 mm |
