2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition 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 72 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Expedition | R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |