2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1350 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 88 L |
