2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1072 kg more than 2003 Maybach 57.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Maybach 57. 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (759 Nm). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Excursion | 57 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2220 mm |
