2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
