2000 Ford Equator vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1062 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Equator | R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 2987 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2270 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 3220 mm |
