2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 347 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (321 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Expedition | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 321 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |