1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 464 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Expedition | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Expedition | S |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |