2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 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 79 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1117 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition, 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Expedition | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |