2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 770 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | GL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 100 L |