2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 791 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
