2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Expedition 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 (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Expedition | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 616 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 93 L |