2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 133 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 386 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | CLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |
