2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (525 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | G |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 525 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 99 L |