2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 2 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | Vito |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 78 L |
