2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Excursion | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 75 L |
