2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (192 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | 190 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
