2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 8 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 772 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (500 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (475 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | CLS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
