2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 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 139 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 11 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (234 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
