2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 819 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.

Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Expedition 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Expedition E
Year Released 2009 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1970 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 10.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 80 L


 

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