2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1354 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 (759 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (699 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 90 L |
