2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1416 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
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2004 Ford Excursion | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | SLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |