2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz A 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 159 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A 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.
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2006 Ford Expedition | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Expedition | A |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 54 L |