2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 @ 6150 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
