2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1171 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 Viano. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | Viano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 79 L |
