2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Expedition | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Expedition | 220 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.7:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |