2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 3 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1675 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 (576 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | A |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |
