2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1477 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2000 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | A |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 54 L |
