2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 771 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Expedition | SLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |