2000 Ford Escape vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escape | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
