2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 124 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 (759 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 75 L |
