2000 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 123 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escape | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |