2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 1290 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 (475 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| 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 | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 90 L |
