2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 90 L |
