2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 178 kg more than 2013 Ford Expedition.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | Viano | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 106 L |
