2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 843 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | CLK | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 127 L |
