1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Ford EDGE. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford EDGE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford EDGE. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford EDGE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | S | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2824 mm |
