2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1128 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (630 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | R |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5948 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 630 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 2376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |