2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 7 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (182 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 137 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
