2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2004 Ford Excursion and 2004 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 1216 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | E |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |