2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2008 Ford Expedition and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 13 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (288 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Expedition | CLS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |