2003 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 825 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (425 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | E | Expedition |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2604 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 127 L |