2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2004 Ford Expedition and 2004 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (361 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 812 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |
