2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 3 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 142 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. (460 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | GL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |
