2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1021 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R.
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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | R |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |