1998 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 7,410 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (612 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 853 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (848 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | E | Escape |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7410 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 848 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 2903 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 132 L |
