1995 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escort | G |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1951 mm |
