2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Expedition. (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
