2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 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 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1809 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5948 cc | 5437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 62 L |