2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1789 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 62 L |
