2008 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 689 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | S | Expedition |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 2675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 127 L |