2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 89 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1411 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 (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | E | Expedition |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 127 L |