2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 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 164 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (136 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
