2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 650 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (470 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Expedition | SL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 470 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1844 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |