2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1386 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | SLK | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 127 L |
