2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 5 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1162 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | GL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |
