2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2013 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 884 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | SLR McLaren | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |