2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML

To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 841 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Excursion 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Excursion ML
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5408 cc 2685 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 400 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90.1 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 88.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 18.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 3016 kg 2175 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1970 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 167 L 83 L


 

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