2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1166 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz C 2012 Ford Expedition
Make Mercedes-Benz Ford
Model C Expedition
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 2651 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5621 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 2002 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1974 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3327 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 127 L


 

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