2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 22 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1244 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Expedition | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 83 L |