2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 617 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | E | Expedition |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3222 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |