2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 83 L |
