2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 6 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
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 (475 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | GLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2756 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 66 L |
