2003 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 41 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escape | B |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
