2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (237 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1068 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Expedition. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz M has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 15.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2915 mm |
