2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2005 Ford Excursion and 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1294 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 700 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |