2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition.
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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | 420 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |
