2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2008 Ford Expedition and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1382 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Expedition | GL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |