1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 841 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | E | Expedition |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 2517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |