1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 770 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | S | Expedition |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 356 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 127 L |