2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 912 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
