2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 137 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |
