2004 Ford Escape vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 8 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escape | 230 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3060 mm |
