2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 88 L |
