2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (475 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 66 L |