2010 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 646 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Expedition | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | E |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2526 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
