2000 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 650 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 832 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escape | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |
