2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 7 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (399 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1243 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (600 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | ML |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5948 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 2261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 93 L |